Delores Wells

Delores Wells Bio

October 17, 1937 - February 9, 2016 / Libra / Age 78

Delores Wells was an American-born Playboy model, glamour model, actress, and makeup artist. She was born under the sign of Libra on October 17, 1937 in Reading, Pennsylvania, United States. Her birth name is Delores Marie Wells.

Delores Wells was Playboy Playmate of the Month for June 1960. She was awarded the prestigious title of Playboy Playmate at the age of 22. Her measurements are 36-20-36. Delores Wells had natural breasts, soulful brown eyes, and brown hair.

Her journey into the spotlight began when she was scouted while working as a dancer in the chorus at Chicago's Chez Paree nightclub.

For her pictorial, she was paid $500, along with $100 a month during her two-year exclusivity contract with the magazine. Beyond her modeling work, she became a popular Bunny at the Chicago Playboy Club, where she earned an impressive $1,000 a week. Her charm and wit made her a favorite among patrons and a key figure in the club's glamorous atmosphere.

During the 1960s, Wells pursued a brief acting career, landing small roles in B-movies and television series. She particularly enjoyed comedic roles, aspiring to emulate Lucille Ball. Wells appeared in three of the iconic "beach party" films, cementing her place in the pop culture of the era.

After her time with Playboy, Wells worked in various fields, including as a makeup artist for Alice Cooper and in the business office of the Oakland Raiders. Later in life, she crossed paths with former adult film actress Linda Lovelace at a Playboy Mansion party and eventually became Lovelace's personal secretary for a time.

Delores Wells's vibrant personality and diverse career path made her a memorable figure, from her days as a Playboy Playmate and Bunny to her roles in entertainment and beyond.